What happened to the little cuties from Musical Youth? They're probably all grown with kids of their own by now. I remember being thrown off when I got a little older to learn that "dutch" or "dutchie" referred to marijuana. But wait! Before you gasp and frown upon little British-Jamaican kids, wikipedia offers an explanation: Based on the Mighty Diamonds "Pass The Kouchie" … [Read more...] about Throwback Friday- “Pass The Dutchie” by Musical Youth
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Throwback Friday- MC Lyte “Cha Cha Cha”
One of the most exciting and frustrating things about being an entrepreneur is not knowing what's around the corner. As I navigate my way in reporting about news, film, arts, and entertainment, connecting to the right folks is key. I would never have imagined that I would be on the phone with MC Lyte last Friday. It was an absolute honor. Thanks to Kerith (Quintessential … [Read more...] about Throwback Friday- MC Lyte “Cha Cha Cha”
Throwback Friday- Lisa Lisa and Cult Jam “I Wonder If I Take You Home”
This is sooooo Skateland in Columbia, Maryland for me. You know that 2-step to the right and then 2-step to the left with your hips swaying that we used to do? LMAO!!! :lol: Couples skate, leaning on the edge of the rink wall when you weren't skating and sticking your arm out for people to slap it...and hoping that cool guy slapped your hand. How about the middle rink … [Read more...] about Throwback Friday- Lisa Lisa and Cult Jam “I Wonder If I Take You Home”
July 2009 JENESIS Magazine- Interview with Grammy nominee artist Wayna
Wayna is an artist that might be new to you, but she's definitely someone already doin' the damn thang! Intelligent, beautiful, talented, you've got to hear her sing. Ethopian-Americans show some love for your girl. She has a nice soulful sound. Posted below one of three articles I had published in JENESIS magazine's July 2009 issue, pages 58-61. The painful cropping of … [Read more...] about July 2009 JENESIS Magazine- Interview with Grammy nominee artist Wayna
Throwback Friday- Prince “When Doves Cry”
Talk about pop culture icons and you have to admit that Prince has a space all to himself. You've gotta have some serious game to be like 4 ft 9 in (j/k) and make girls throw their panties onstage! Back in the 80s, I enjoyed Prince, but I was never a die-hard fan like some friends I know. Over the years, I've really grown to appreciate his music, however. I'm glad to say … [Read more...] about Throwback Friday- Prince “When Doves Cry”